Master’s in International Agribusiness

Purdue’s online international agribusiness master’s degree builds expertise in data analytics, decision-making and quantitative analysis. Designed to meet the demands of the fast-paced global economy and the growing agriculture and food industry, the program offers flexible coursework, networking opportunities and a built-in graduate certificate.

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Overview
Master’s in International Agribusiness

Purdue University’s Master of Science in Agricultural Economics with a concentration in international agribusiness equips students with essential skills in data analytics, quantitative analysis, and data-based decision-making. Designed to help agribusiness professionals thrive in the fast-growing and competitive agricultural field, this program can be completed on campus or online and is focused on building practical, career-ready skills (no thesis required).

The online curriculum includes flexible, self-paced coursework and built-in graduate certificates in spatial data science or biotechnology quality and regulatory compliance. Students graduate in 18-24 months prepared to excel in international agribusiness and beyond.

36
number of credits required
$775
cost per credit hour (Indiana Resident)
$795
cost per credit hour (Non-Indiana Resident)

The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.

Program Specifics

More information on courses and faculty can be found at the program website.

Required Courses

  • Economic for Food and Agribusiness Managers
  • Applied Quantitative Methods for Decision Making
  • Communication and Issues Engagement for Agriculture Professionals
  • Problem Solving and Project Management for Decision Makers
  • The Macroeconomic Trade and Policy Environment of the Food System
  • Advanced Quantitative Methods for Decision Making Under Uncertainty
  • Strategic Food and Agribusiness Management
  • Business Analysis Capstone Course

For many professionals, earning a master’s degree can provide a big return-on-investment. In addition to financial benefits like salary increases and promotions, master’s degrees also help professionals learn in-demand skills, which can improve their job prospects, help them pivot to a new industry, or help them stay competitive in a rapidly changing market.

Many employers value the advanced skills that master’s programs teach, and research shows that job candidates with master’s degrees have average salary increases from 25% to more than 75% in select fields. Ask your enrollment counselor for details on Purdue’s online master’s programs or learn more about the benefits of earning a master’s here.

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